Paediatric Consultant

Job description

Consultant General Paediatrics
Cork University Hospital

You will join a multidisciplinary paediatric team delivering expert care to children and adolescents in one of Ireland’s leading tertiary referral hospitals.

The Consultant will play a key role in:

• Clinical leadership within general paediatrics services
• Participating in departmental rotas and providing senior cover
• Supporting service development, quality improvement, and clinical governance
• Providing expert assessment, treatment planning, and management for paediatric patients
• Mentoring and teaching NCHDs, trainees, and multidisciplinary colleagues

You will work alongside experienced professionals including:

• General Paediatric Consultants
• Specialist Registrars and Registrars in Paediatrics
• Paediatric Nursing teams
• Trainees in Core Specialty and General Practice

Consultant General Paediatrics Salary & Benefits

• €235,000+ – €283,000+ Consultant salary scale (2026 HSE Public Only Consultant Contract)
• 30 days annual leave + 10 public holidays
• Dedicated Continuous Medical Education (CME) leave
• Support for research and professional development

Living and Working in Cork
Cork offers an excellent balance of professional and personal life for paediatric consultants:

• Vibrant city with culture, arts, and sports
• Beautiful surrounding countryside and access to scenic coasts
• Excellent local cuisine and welcoming communities
• ✈️ Easy access via Cork Airport

Eligibility
Suitable applicants may hold:

• UK CCT in Paediatrics with 2+ years post-CCT experience
• EU Specialist qualification recognised under EU Directive
• American Board certification in Paediatrics
• Canadian Fellowship in Paediatrics
• Australian or New Zealand Fellowship in Paediatrics

Eligibility for Irish Medical Council Specialist Registration in Paediatrics is required

Apply NOW!
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